Hair care

Brands such as Dyson, GHD and Shark have been harnessing advances in modern technology to make it easy for us to style our hair. From efficient hair dryers to straighteners that don’t burn the strands – beauty tech has come a long way since the days of hot curling irons. There are now so many products to choose from that it can get overwhelming to know which one best suits you.
So welcome to TechRadar’s coverage of the latest in hair care technology. This is where you’ll find everything you need to know about Dyson’s newest hair product or which company is giving it a run for its money. Want to understand how the Coanda Effect works on your hair? We’ll help you wrap your head around it. Want advice on which dryer best suits your hair type (and budget)? You’re in the right place.
Our beauty tech experts love to try out new hair care products – from the cheap, Airwrap dupes that (hopefully) won’t cause us grief to the premium ones that make big promises. And we’ll always give you our honest opinion.
Latest about Hair Care

The best hair dryer 2025
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Updated We've reviewed the best hair dryers and latest blow dryers from Dyson, GHD and Shark to help you care for your hair. Here are our top picks.

Shark FlexStyle review: a versatile multi-styler to rival the Airwrap
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
The Shark FlexStyle is versatile and comfortable to use, but a few attachments fell flat for us.

I tested this ultra-expensive electric shaver from Philips – here’s why I’d buy it
By Harry Padoan published
The Philips Shaver S9000 Prestige is an excellent performing electric shaver that’s comfortable and simple to use.

Dyson just released a consumer version of its best pro hair dryer, and I can't wait to get my hands on one
By Ruth Hamilton published
Forget about the Supersonic Nural; the Supersonic r is smaller, lighter, and more powerful.

Dyson Airwrap: the best Dyson Airwrap Styler sales and deals for March 2025
By Mackenzie Frazier last updated
TechRadar Deals See the best Dyson Airwrap Styler sales and deals that are available online.

The best hair styler 2025: effective tools to shape, smooth and sculpt
By Rosie Hilder last updated
We've tested out the best hair styling tools around, including multi-stylers, hot brushes and more.

We loved this 4-star portable hair dryer – at 50% off, it's a third the price of the Dyson Supersonic
By Max Langridge published
The Dreame Pocket hair dryer is a powerful, portable hair styling tool, and it's now received a 50% discount for Valentine's Day.

I tried Dreame's new AirStyle Pro and was blown away by how quickly this Dyson Airwrap alternative gave me curls
By Amelia Schwanke published
CES 2025 I tried Dreame's brand new Airstyle Pro at CES 2025 and this upgraded hair styling tool is an effortless way of getting quick curls.
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